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Before Use

When the Magic Wire Remote Control with Narration Mic is connected to [REMOTE] Jack and the [TALK] Button is pressed, the narration microphone is activated and the built-in microphone on the Camcorder is deactivated.

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Insert the plug securely into the [REMOTE]

Jack as far as it will go. A loose connection will affect normal operation.

The Remote Controller

ªInserting a Button-type Battery

Before using the Remote Controller, insert the supplied button-type battery.

1 While pressing the Lock Button 1, pull out the Battery Holder.

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2Insert the button-type battery with the (i) marking facing upwards.

3Insert the Battery Holder into the Remote Controller.

When the button-type battery is exhausted, replace it with a new CR2025 battery. (A battery is normally expected to last about 1 year. However, it depends on operation frequency.)

Make sure to match the poles correctly when inserting the battery.

Warning

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.

Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the equipment manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to manufacturer’s instructions. Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C) or incinerate. Keep the Button-Type battery out of the reach of children. Never put Button-Type battery in mouth. If swallowed, call your doctor.

Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO. CR2025 only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.

Caution: Battery may explode if mistreated. Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from children.

Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.

ªUsing the Remote Controller

1Direct the Remote Controller at the Remote Control Sensor (29) of the Camcorder and press an appropriate button.

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15˚

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15˚

 

Distance from the Camcorder: Within approximately 15 feet (5 meters)

Angle: Approximately 15o in the vertical and horizontal directions from the central axis

The above operating ranges are for indoor use. Outdoors or under strong light, the Camcorder may not operate properly even within the above ranges.

Within a 3 feet (1 meter) range, you can also use the Remote Controller on the LCD Monitor side of the Camcorder.

Selecting Remote Controller Modes

When 2 Camcorders are used simultaneously, they can be operated individually by selecting different Remote Controller Modes.

If the Remote Controller Mode of the Camcorder and that of the Remote Controller do not match, [REMOTE] Indication is displayed.

Setup on the Camcorder:

Set [REMOTE] on the [INITIAL] Sub-Menu to the desired Remote Controller Mode. (-19-)

Setup on the Remote Controller:

 

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1

5

 

2

STILL ADV PAUSE STILL ADV

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E

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D

 

INDEX

STOP

INDEX

P.B. ZOOM

 

K

L

 

SELECT

[VCR1]: Press the [D] Button and [] Button simultaneously. 1

[VCR2]: Press the [E] Button and [] Button simultaneously. 2

When the battery in the Remote Controller is replaced, the mode is automatically reset to [VCR1] Mode.